Part-Time/Per-Diem Paramedic
Location: US, NY, Saratoga Springs
Department: Wilton EMS
Employment type: Part-time
Industry: Hospital & Health Care

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Job description:
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic(EMT-P) is responsible for following organizational direction and meeting establishedexpectation when performing required operational duties; and for assessment, treatmentand transport of ill or injured patients at the Advanced Life Support Level. This will beaccomplished through effective communication, initiative and insight, with a foundationof sound technical and professional knowledge. The EMT-P is the primary caregiver andis responsible for coordinating the clinical activities during treatment and transport.Patient Care / Operational DutiesAdapts well to a dynamic working environment and duties which can change with minimal notice.Operates all vehicles in a safe and professional manner with respect to environmental condition, vehicle abilities, driver abilities, agency expectations (policies/procedures/directives), and in compliance with New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law.Provides scene assessment, patient assessment, patient treatment, and patient transport at the EMT-P in accordance with State, Regional, Local protocols and Medical Direction.Work in hazardous environments to insure safety and stabilization of the patient.Work with local EMS, Fire, and Law Enforcement agencies as part of a team for a coordinated effort on the patient’s behalf.Documents all assessments and treatments accurately, timely, and legible.Maintains vehicles, equipment, supplies, and quarters in a state of readiness and cleanliness twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.Participate in the training and evaluation of student and volunteer staffAct in a professional manner and handle conflict situations with good judgment.Shall follow the Wilton Emergency Squad, Inc. chain of command.Actively participate in the Wilton Emergency Squad, Inc. Quality Management / Quality Improvement Program.Customer ServiceDisplays high quality service delivery to customers (patients).Undertakes efforts to meet and exceed customer expectations.Supportively seeks customer feedback, taking timely action to resolve problems.Interpersonal SkillsCommunicationPromotes constructive interpersonal relationships between staff.Written / DocumentationAccurately and consistently completes all required documentation, including but not limited to Patient Care Reports, Inventory Tracking Forms, Equipment Maintenance Forms, Memorandums, Payroll and Time off Forms, and Incident Reports.Adheres to agency directives with respect to completion of written documentation.Written communication is clear accurate and complete.Typing, writing, or printing is done in a legible mannerConflict ResolutionConstructively handles conflict situationsAcknowledges conflict situations, brings them out into the open, and works towards resolution of them.Asks questions to understand all sides of the conflict situation before offering feedback, making judgments or decisions.Expresses concerns constructively and positively.Educational / RegulatoryKeeps up-to-date with job related innovations, including but not limited to, protocols, policies, procedures, new trends, equipment, and technological changes.Attends required training and in-services.Maintains all required certifications and regulatory requirements.Participates in orientation programs.Maintains competency relative to job requirements.Provides beneficial educational experience and preceptorship to students as necessary/required.Working EnvironmentDue to the nature of EMS working conditions employee may be exposed to inclementweather, potential hazardous conditions, diseases and other illnesses. Frequentis continuously faced with a number of projects considered to be high priority. Employeeis subject to continually changing deadlines. While performing the duties of this job, theemployee is occasionally required to travel and attend both regular and unscheduledmeetings, some of which take place outside of regular working hours.

Requirements:
QualificationsEducation – High School Graduate or EquivalentExperience – Minimum of one (1) year prior experience as an on-line EMT-PHealth – Must pass pre-employment health screening, including physical.Licensure / CertificationValid Certification by the New York State Department of Health as an Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic.Valid New York State Drivers License that is not under suspension or revocation.Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification meeting American Heart Association (AHA) standards.Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (or equivalent)Must acquire and maintain credentialing by REMOMust acquire and maintain accreditation by the Wilton Emergency Squad, Inc.PhysicalThe employee is required to have feeling and dexterity and have the capacity to speakand hear along with the ability to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently isrequired to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb orbalance; stoop; kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to125 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 250 pounds with assistancefrom others. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distancevision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits:
Wilton Emergency Squad, Inc. offers a competitive starting wage, uniform allowances, paid training, and a SIMPLE IRA Progam.